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Fireworks 4 - International Fireworks Competitions

A fireworks competition is a great way for pyrotechnics companies to compete for prizes and to showcase their talents and their products to audiences worldwide.
These companies are often invited by organizers in order to highlight an event or to promote tourism in the area.

Below is a list of some of the well-known international fireworks competitions as well as short descriptions about them.

1. Montreal Fireworks Festival

officially known as L'International des Feux Loto-Quebec, this competition began in 1985. Since then, it has become one of best-known fireworks competitions around the world.

Winners of this event are given the so-called Gold, Silver and Bronze Jupiter Awards. They are judged on the quality of their fireworks display, the synchronization, the artistic concept behind the presentation and the audience's general appreciation.

2. World Pyro Olympics

is an annual fireworks competition held at the Manila Bay in Manila, Philippines. This competition runs for five days wherein two participants create fireworks displays on each day. Awards given include the People's Choice and the Champion.

3. Celebration of Light

is another fireworks competition that is held annually in Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada. It is held for four nights over a two-week period from July to August.

Unlike usual fireworks competitions, there is an added element of music to which the fireworks display is set.

4. Tarragona International Fireworks Display Competition

is considered as one of the most famous tourist attractions in Spain. Six international pyrotechnics companies join this competition in July every year to compete for the much-coveted prize.

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Cheap Fireworks - Make Your Own Fireworks : Firecrackers

Firecrackers are considered to be the oldest type of fireworks. The Chinese invented them by packing gunpowder into bamboo tubes and throwing them into flames.
They then popped and made loud noises. These noises, the ancient Chinese believed, drove away evil spirits.

Firecrackers operate on a very simple principle and just about anyone with the right materials can make them. But before that, a word of caution.
Some of the materials used in making firecrackers are highly-flammable. Therefore, extra care should be taken when making your own firecracker.

First, you should have the materials needed in making a firecracker. You need gunpowder, a cardboard tube long enough to hold the powder, end plugs to seal both ends of the tube, and finally, a fuse.
These materials can be bought from craft shops and pyrotechnics specialty stores.

Keep in mind, however, that when buying a tube, you should buy one that's small enough to make a decent noise but not large enough to create a powerful explosion.

Now, when you already have the materials, it's time to start making your firecracker. First, you will have to plug one end of the tube. After that, tightly pack the tube with as much gunpowder as you can.
Once that's done, you have to put a hole on the other end plug to accommodate the fuse. Insert the fuse into the hole and close the tube with the fused end plug.

Voila! You now have your own firecracker!

By following this guide, we hope that you will be responsible enough to check your local laws for what's legal and not in your area. Also, make sure to handle your materials well to prevent injuries and fires. Read more...

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Fireworks Show - Fireworks Festivals Around the World

When the Chinese invented fireworks, they used them during celebrations to keep the evil spirits away. The purpose still rings true today because all around the world, fireworks are still used to celebrate major events like the New Year.

Below is a list of some of the famous celebrations and festivals which are known for their fantastic fireworks displays.

1. New Year's Eve (worldwide)

throughout the world, the New Year is ushered in with a lot of excitement. Every country usually celebrates it with massive fireworks display. Sydney, Australia, is one of the first countries to celebrate it due to their location relative to the world's time zones.

2. Fourth of July (United States)

is a holiday celebrating the countrys declaration of independence from Great Britain on July 4, 1776. Throughout the United States, fireworks displays are held especially in the major cities such as Washington DC, Detroit and St. Louis.

3. Singapore Fireworks Celebrations (Singapore)

this is an annual event held in celebration of the country's National Day. Pyrotechnics teams are invited to this event to create fireworks displays on different nights.

4. Guy Fawkes Night (Great Britain and several former British colonies)

in 1605, Guy Fawkes tried to assassinate the King of England by placing some 30 barrels of gunpowder in the cellar of the Parliament of England. He failed and was captured.

On the same day every year, people from Great Britain and some of its former colonies celebrate the event by having fireworks displays. Read more...